Sideways Definition & Meaning

sideways
adverb
  1. with one side forward or to the front; "turned sideways to show the profile"; "crabs seeming to walk sidewise"
  2. from the side; obliquely; "a picture lit sideways"; "scenes viewed sidewise"
  3. toward one side; "the car slipped sideways into the ditch"; "leaning sideways"; "a figure moving sidewise in the shadows"
  4. to, toward or at one side; "darting eyes looking sidelong out of a wizened face"
adjective
  1. (of movement) at an angle

"Sideways" in song lyrics

See how sideways is used in real songs:

  • "win a ticket to right white lines highway sideways ???"
    Aesop Rock — The Tugboat Complex Pt. 3
  • "I'm 20 something pumping acrylic tomorrow sideways"
    Aesop Rock — Water
  • "A little wild juvenile ghetto bastard born sideways"
    Apache — Wayz of a Murderahh

Usage tips for "sideways"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "sideways" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for sideways to find words that pair well.

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